Wowza! Take a Look at Trattoria Neapolis

Thanks to LA Eater for this report on Trattoria Neapolis, a dazzling new restaurant coming to South Lake. Will this be the game-changer South Lake so desperately needs? Discuss.

Here’s the scoop from LA Eater:

Perry Vidalakisspent 10 years conceptualizingTrattoria Neapolis, traveling around the country and to Italy for inspiration. On July 10 his vision becomes a reality and the denizens of Pasadena gain a new Calitalian addition on S. Lake Ave. Trattoria Neapolis is a Hatch-designed hybrid eatery which draws influence from both California and Italy… Read the rest here

The property was was Dickson/Podley Realtors. Been there for many years and their lease had just expired earlier this year. I believe they relocated just a few steps south of Shoppers Lane to San Pasqual; an empty property that once belonged to Jennifer Lopez’s defunct restaurant called Madre’s. But I am looking forward to eat at this fancy Neapolis restaurant!